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Students all over the country are preparing for their events at Grapevine High School. (Ava Manning)

Speech and Debate competes at the Grapevine Classic

Dylan Hollomon, Guest Contributor
September 26, 2025

In Grapevine on Sept. 14, high schools from all over the nation sent their Speech and Debate teams to compete and take the first place prize. The Emerson Speech and Debate Team over the course of a two...

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The woodwind feature in the final part of the show (The Star)

Friday night lights to “Blinding Lights”: Band’s halftime performance

Pakapon Gibbons, Copy Editor
September 25, 2025

Playing “Blinding Lights” on Friday, Sept. 19, Emerson’s band presented the final part of their marching show during the halftime of the Homecoming game against Denison at The Star. This halftime...

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Row 1: Yena Nam, 12; Neha Bhalla, 12; Row 2: Siddhartha Talluri, 12; Likhit Allena, 12; Rohit Jonnalagadda, 12

Academic all-stars: Nine seniors earn National Merit Semifinalist title

Jayla Scott, Staff Writer
September 23, 2025

In a testament to their academic excellence, nine Emerson seniors have earned the prestigious title of National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist, outscoring over 1.3 million other students across the country. On...

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Spencer Carolina, 11, and Isaiah Williams, 9, celebrate after a successful play against Walnut Grove.

Mavericks vs Wildcats: Finding their stride

Ardyn Lessner, Associate Editor-In-Chief
September 19, 2025

The Emerson Mavericks took on the Walnut Grove Wildcats at the Children’s Health Stadium in Prosper on Sept. 12. The final score was 49-0, with the Mavericks taking the loss. Students showed their support...

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Jazz music used to teach students.

Ditch the DJ: Live jazz at HOCO

Olivia Northcutt, Staff Writer
September 16, 2025

In a world full of DJ’s, nothing beats the dreamy mood that jazz brings to an event. This year, the Homecoming dance will also have a live jazz portion, performed by Emerson Choir and organized by Maverick...

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A Maverick Leadership student working on a poster for Homecoming Week

Bringing the “City of Stars” to life: Leadership prepares homecoming decorations

Jayla Scott, Staff Writer
September 10, 2025

Maverick Leadership has recently been in a whirlwind of sketches, supply lists and whispered ideas for this year's Homecoming dance happening on September 20th, with tickets now located on Online School...

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Leigh Casares sits at her desk in her office

Changes in leadership at Emerson

Ibrahim Khurram, Copy Editor
September 9, 2025

Emerson has four people starting leadership roles at the school this year with Marian Kursh as a new Assistant Principal, Elise Marshall as a new Associate Principal, Toby Schulte as a new counselor for...

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Will Webster, 11, and Cameron Johnson, 11, entertain onlookers with pizazz and high energy.

First pep rally signifies start of exciting new school year

Ardyn Lessner, Associate Editor-in-Chief
September 5, 2025

The first pep rally was held on Aug. 29 to celebrate the start of the school year and the first football game of the season. It featured performances from color guard, cheer, Majestics and announcements...

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Michael Herman gives a thoughtful presentation to students on what problems need to be addressed.

Mav Fairness Committee: New group tackles school conflict

Emily Clemens, Staff Writer
September 4, 2025

From failing a test to struggling friendships, conflicts can often arise between anyone, especially between developing teenagers. However, a new committee at Emerson is dedicated to facing this problem...

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Rebecca Rovner, 12, and Aidyn Guernsey, 12, show off photo-prop while attending Senior Sunrise.

Senior sunrise marks new beginnings

Giovanni Cameau-Vera
August 28, 2025

On August 11, 2025, Emerson High School Seniors kick off their final year at the football practice fields with Senior Sunrise. This event combined the excitement of seniors and the dedication of their...

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Ms. Morales teaches her AP Spanish IV classroom a new content.

The power of language: AP Spanish IV continues to expand

Jayla Scott, Staff Writer
August 27, 2025

The academic success of the AP Spanish IV has resonated through the halls of Emerson, attracting a new wave of dedicated students looking to master a second language. The goal of this class is to become...

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Elizabeth Rotan enters audition information into the new Band system.

Casting spells and casting roles: “Puffs” auditions to be held Aug. 26-27

Camila Hernandez, Staff Writer
August 26, 2025

On Aug. 22, 2025, the Emerson theatre company  announced that the fall play this year is “Puffs.”  ETC is holding auditions for the “Puffs” cast on Aug. 26 and 27 after school. The audition...

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